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MonitoringMaine AG filing · June 4, 2026

Pride Solvent & Chemical Data Breach: What Your Letter Means

Pride Solvent & Chemical Co. entities reported a data breach to the Maine Attorney General on June 4, 2026. This incident may have exposed sensitive personal information, creating potential risks for those who received a notification letter. Understanding what the letter means is the first step in addressing the situation.

This breach is real, not a scam. Pride Solvent & Chemical Co., Inc., Pride Solvent & Chemical Co. of NY, Inc., and Pride Solvent and Chemical Co. of New Jersey, Inc. officially reported it to the Maine Attorney General on June 4, 2026.

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Received a Pride Solvent & Chemical Co., Inc., Pride Solvent & Chemical Co. of NY, Inc., and Pride Solvent and Chemical Co. of New Jersey, Inc. notification letter? Find out in minutes if you qualify for compensation.

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State
Maine
Reported
June 4, 2026

What may have been exposed

  • Full Name
  • Social Security Number
  • Date of Birth
  • Wage and Compensation Information
  • Tax Return Information
  • Direct Deposit Account Details
  • Home Address
  • Personal Telephone Number

If you received a data breach notification letter from Pride Solvent & Chemical Co., Inc., Pride Solvent & Chemical Co. of NY, Inc., or Pride Solvent and Chemical Co. of New Jersey, Inc., it indicates your personal information was compromised. These companies, operating as industrial chemical distributors, formally reported a cybersecurity incident to the Maine Attorney General on June 4, 2026.

Industrial chemical companies like Pride Solvent & Chemical manage extensive digital networks for operations, inventory, and human resources. A security incident affecting their corporate digital infrastructure can allow unauthorized access to central databases. This means that individuals whose information was stored within their systems may be affected.

The types of personal data reportedly exposed in this incident include your Full Name, Social Security Number, Date of Birth, Wage and Compensation Information, Tax Return Information, Direct Deposit Account Details, Home Address, and Personal Telephone Number. Exposure of these details can lead to risks such as identity theft, fraudulent financial activity, or unauthorized tax filings.

Companies that collect and store sensitive personal data have a legal obligation to protect it. A data breach affecting such information often suggests a failure in these required security protocols. As a recipient of a breach notification letter, you have legal standing to understand what happened and explore your options.

Our firm is currently investigating potential legal claims related to the Pride Solvent & Chemical data breach. If you received a notification letter, you may be entitled to compensation. We offer a free, no-obligation case review to help you understand your rights and potential next steps.

What to do if you were affected

Based on the categories of information reported in this filing, these steps can help limit the risk of identity theft and fraud.

  • Freeze your credit

    Place a free credit freeze with Equifax, Experian, and TransUnion. A freeze blocks new accounts from being opened in your name and can be lifted anytime.

  • Guard against tax fraud

    File your tax return as early as possible and consider requesting an IRS Identity Protection PIN so no one can file a fraudulent return in your name.

  • Watch your financial accounts

    Review bank and card statements for unfamiliar activity and turn on transaction alerts. Report anything you don't recognize to your bank right away.

  • Stay alert to targeted scams

    Be cautious of calls, texts, or emails that reference this breach. Legitimate organizations won't ask you to confirm sensitive details through an unsolicited message.

  • Keep your notification letter

    Save the notice you received. It documents that your information was involved and is often needed to enroll in any credit monitoring offered or to join a related legal claim.

Pride Solvent & Chemical Co., Inc., Pride Solvent & Chemical Co. of NY, Inc., and Pride Solvent and Chemical Co. of New Jersey, Inc. data breach notice and letter questions

Is the Pride Solvent & Chemical Co., Inc., Pride Solvent & Chemical Co. of NY, Inc., and Pride Solvent and Chemical Co. of New Jersey, Inc. data breach letter legit or a scam?
A notice from Pride Solvent & Chemical Co., Inc., Pride Solvent & Chemical Co. of NY, Inc., and Pride Solvent and Chemical Co. of New Jersey, Inc. in the mail matches the breach Pride Solvent & Chemical Co., Inc., Pride Solvent & Chemical Co. of NY, Inc., and Pride Solvent and Chemical Co. of New Jersey, Inc. reported to the Maine Attorney General on June 4, 2026. Check that the company name and dates in your letter match that filing. A real notice of data security incident won't ask for your password, Social Security number or a payment — if it does, contact Pride Solvent & Chemical Co., Inc., Pride Solvent & Chemical Co. of NY, Inc., and Pride Solvent and Chemical Co. of New Jersey, Inc. through a phone number or website you find yourself.
Where can I see the official Pride Solvent & Chemical Co., Inc., Pride Solvent & Chemical Co. of NY, Inc., and Pride Solvent and Chemical Co. of New Jersey, Inc. breach notice?
Pride Solvent & Chemical Co., Inc., Pride Solvent & Chemical Co. of NY, Inc., and Pride Solvent and Chemical Co. of New Jersey, Inc.'s report is published by the Maine Attorney General: https://www.maine.gov/agviewer/content/ag/985235c7-cb95-4be2-8792-a1252b4f8318/06a8caa6-d737-4c9b-9bb5-9630cc34457c.html Compare it with the letter you received to confirm the dates and details match.
How many people were affected by the Pride Solvent & Chemical Co., Inc., Pride Solvent & Chemical Co. of NY, Inc., and Pride Solvent and Chemical Co. of New Jersey, Inc. data breach, and what was exposed?
The filing does not give a count of affected people and lists the following information as involved: Full Name, Social Security Number, Date of Birth, Wage and Compensation Information, Tax Return Information, Direct Deposit Account Details, Home Address, Personal Telephone Number. Your own letter is the best guide to what was exposed about you, since notices are usually tailored to each person.
Did Pride Solvent & Chemical Co., Inc., Pride Solvent & Chemical Co. of NY, Inc., and Pride Solvent and Chemical Co. of New Jersey, Inc. offer free credit monitoring?
Any free monitoring Pride Solvent & Chemical Co., Inc., Pride Solvent & Chemical Co. of NY, Inc., and Pride Solvent and Chemical Co. of New Jersey, Inc. is offering will be described in the notice you received, along with an activation code and a sign-up deadline. Because Social Security numbers are listed in this filing, identity monitoring and a credit freeze matter more than usual. Enrolling does not give up your right to bring a claim.
What should I do after getting the Pride Solvent & Chemical Co., Inc., Pride Solvent & Chemical Co. of NY, Inc., and Pride Solvent and Chemical Co. of New Jersey, Inc. data breach notice?
Keep the letter and the envelope, and note the date it arrived. Freeze your credit with Equifax, Experian and TransUnion, change any passwords the notice mentions, and sign up for any free credit monitoring the letter offers. Then check whether you may have a claim.
Is there a Pride Solvent & Chemical Co., Inc., Pride Solvent & Chemical Co. of NY, Inc., and Pride Solvent and Chemical Co. of New Jersey, Inc. data breach class action lawsuit?
Law firms often open an investigation after a breach notice like this one, and a class action lawsuit may follow. This page doesn't confirm that a lawsuit has been filed against Pride Solvent & Chemical Co., Inc., Pride Solvent & Chemical Co. of NY, Inc., and Pride Solvent and Chemical Co. of New Jersey, Inc.. You usually don't have to join a class action to be included — if a settlement is reached, class members are notified and can file a claim.
Do I need a Pride Solvent & Chemical Co., Inc., Pride Solvent & Chemical Co. of NY, Inc., and Pride Solvent and Chemical Co. of New Jersey, Inc. data breach lawyer or attorney?
Talking to a data breach attorney costs nothing here. A lawyer can read your notice, explain your rights under your state's law and tell you whether a claim makes sense.
How much could a Pride Solvent & Chemical Co., Inc., Pride Solvent & Chemical Co. of NY, Inc., and Pride Solvent and Chemical Co. of New Jersey, Inc. data breach settlement or claim be worth?
There is no set amount, and no Pride Solvent & Chemical Co., Inc., Pride Solvent & Chemical Co. of NY, Inc., and Pride Solvent and Chemical Co. of New Jersey, Inc. settlement is confirmed here. In past data breach settlements, payments depended on what data was exposed and on documented losses — fraud, out-of-pocket costs and time spent dealing with the breach. The filing lists Full Name, Social Security Number, Date of Birth as involved. Keep receipts and records; they're what damages claims are built on.
Can I sue Pride Solvent & Chemical Co., Inc., Pride Solvent & Chemical Co. of NY, Inc., and Pride Solvent and Chemical Co. of New Jersey, Inc. over the data breach?
It depends on what was exposed, the law in Maine and your own state, and whether you've been harmed. Most people take part through a class action rather than suing alone. Keep your notification letter — it's the proof that connects you to the breach.

Source: Maine Attorney General filing

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